Guns International #: 103377923

Category - Double Rifles - German - Double Rifles - European

Category
Double Rifles - German
Double Rifles - European

C. GRUNDIG, DRESEN GERMANY - ROYAL COURT OF SAXONY GUNMAKER

Description:
C. GRUNDIG — DRESDEN, GERMANY - ROYAL COURT OF SAXONY GUNMAKER
Schützen Double Rifle in 8.15×46R (1928)
Beautiful and original German target rifle built by C. Grundig of Dresden, a Königl. Hofbüchsenmacher (Royal Court Gunmaker of Saxony). This is an excellent example of a late-Weimar-era Schützen double rifle with fine craftsmanship throughout.
Specifications & Features

• Caliber: 8.15×46R (cartridges fit perfectly; bore measures .318")
• Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz
• Barrel: Rare octagon barrels, 24 3/4", excellent bores
• Sights: Fixed rear sight
• Action:
  • Extractors
  • Cocking indicators
  • Winged safety
  • Front set trigger
  • Tight on face; no looseness, locks up properly
  • Engraved "B" on opening lever
• Engraving: Elaborate game scene and scroll/floral engraving throughout
• Stock:
  • Well-figured wood with carved floral motifs
  • No cracks; original finish
  • Steel buttplate with widow’s peak
• Other Details:
  • Maker’s name inlaid in gold
  • Production date 1928
  • Ribs are tight
  • Fully functional
  • LOP: 13 3/4"

Condition
A very fine double rifle, retaining its original finishes, crisp engraving, excellent bores, and fully working mechanicals. No cracks to the wood and no looseness in the action. A high-quality rifle from a respected Dresden court gunmaker.
Notes
This is a superb collectible double rifle. Examples from C. Grundig—especially with gold-inlaid name, carved stock, and such detailed engraving and full octagon barrels —are not commonly seen. Ammo is not included and shown for demostration purposes only. 
 

Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: 8.15x46mmR

Price: $9,250.00